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Residents of Sheikhpura Hold Officials Hostage Amid Flood Protests
In Sheikhpura, Bihar, residents protested against flooding, holding officials hostage and demanding the area be declared disaster-stricken. Residents of Sheikhpura Hold Officials Hostage Amid Flood Protests
Nitish Kumar chairs JD(U) legislators' orientation programme in Patna
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 18 (IANS) JD(U) National President and former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday inaugurated a day-long orientation programme for the partys MLAs and MLCs at Karpoori Hall in the party headquarters in Patna. The meeting, attended by legislators and senior party leaders, is aimed at familiarising elected representatives with their legislative responsibilities and the functioning of the state legislature. Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar shared the stage with Nitish Kumar during the inaugural session. Among those attending the programme are JD(U) National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha, State President Umesh Singh Kushwaha, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Ashok Choudhary, Sanjay Gandhi, and Minister Shravan Kumar, along with other senior party leaders. The programme includes sessions by experts on parliamentary procedures and is scheduled to continue throughout the day. Legislators are being briefed on legislative duties, House proceedings, methods of raising constituency-related issues, the law-making process, recent legislative developments, and key aspects of the state budget and Bihars economy. Mokama MLA Anant Singh did not attend the orientation programme. Attendance was reportedly mandatory for all JD(U) MLAs and MLCs, and Singh's unavailability in this programme has drawn attention due to his stand on the upcoming MLC elections. Party MLA and Cabinet Minister Jama Khan said such meetings are a regular organisational exercise and should not be viewed through a political lens. Commenting on the absence of Mokama MLA Anant Singh, who did not attend the programme despite reports that participation was mandatory, Khan dismissed speculation about any discord within the party. He added that senior party leaders guide the legislators on various matters. Khan also endorsed suggestions regarding a larger leadership role for Nishant Kumar, saying such a proposition was absolutely correct. With the Bihar political landscape witnessing heightened activity ahead of key electoral contests, the gathering of JD(U) legislators in Patna has drawn considerable political attention.
Pappu Yadav Criticizes Government Response to Bihar Floods
Pappu Yadav slams the government for its inadequate response to the Bihar floods, highlighting the plight of millions affected. Pappu Yadav Criticizes Government Response to Bihar Floods
Man shot in leg after dispute at roadside eatery in Bihar's Vaishali
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 18 (IANS) A young man was shot in the leg following a dispute between two groups at a roadside eatery in Bihar's Vaishali district late on Thursday night, police said on Friday. The incident occurred at Vinod Singh Line Hotel at Bedauli Chowk near Jaitipur village under the Lalganj police station limits, where customers were having dinner around 10 p.m. when an argument between two groups reportedly escalated into a violent confrontation. The injured man, identified as Vaidehi Kumar, a resident of Jafarabad village under Sarariya Panchayat, sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg. He was initially provided first aid and later referred to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) for advanced treatment. Eyewitnesses said shots were fired during the clash, triggering panic among customers and staff, who fled the area. The eatery operator, Raja Kumar, alleged that some of the individuals involved forcibly took him away in a Scorpio vehicle to an isolated pond area and pressured him to reveal the identities of members of the rival group. He claimed the men abandoned him and fled after learning that police teams were approaching the location. According to Raja Kumar, around 20 people arrived at the eatery in a Scorpio and a Swift Dzire and got into an argument with a customer already present there, leading to the altercation. Following information about the shooting, police teams from Lalganj and neighbouring police stations rushed to the spot. Gopal Mandal, SDPO Sadar-2, and Rural SP Sonu Kumar Rai also visited the scene and reviewed the situation. Police recovered three spent bullet casings from the spot and are examining CCTV footage from nearby locations as part of the investigation. Officials said the alleged shooters have been identified and raids are underway to apprehend them. SDPO Sadar-2 Gopal Mandal confirmed the recovery of three spent shell casings from the crime scene. Police said no formal complaint has been received so far from either the injured man or the eatery operator. An FIR will be registered, and further legal action will be initiated once a written complaint is filed.
Bihar flood relief turns chaotic as crowd swarms volunteers, woman seen struggling
Bihar Army soldier dies of burn injuries, villagers protest demanding action
The protesters also raised questions over the police handling of the case
Army soldier dies after alleged petrol attack in Bihar; locals protest demanding action
Army soldier dies after alleged petrol attack in Bihar; locals protest demanding action Patna: Army soldier Shatrudhan Yadav, a resident of Sahuka village under Ramgarh police station in Kaimur district of Bihar, died on Wednesday evening while undergoing treatment for severe burn injuries sustained in an alleged attack 8 days earlier. Following his death, a [] The post Army soldier dies after alleged petrol attack in Bihar; locals protest demanding action appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Leaders across political spectrum greet PM
New Delhi, Sep 17:Leaders across the political spectrum greeted Prime Minister NarendraModi on his 76th birthday on Thursday, highlighting his 25 years in public office. While President Droupadi Murmu hailed his record on governance, Home Minister Amit Shah recalled Modi's journey from an ordinary BJP volunteer to the nation's highest political office. Vice President C P Radhakrishnan credited Modi with presiding over India's emergence as one of the world's fastest-growing major economies, while Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said his journey from Gujarat chief minister to prime minister had given a new momentum to India's growth story. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also wished Modi a long and healthy life. Born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar, Modi turned 76 on Thursday. He completes 25 uninterrupted years in public office on October 7, having first taken the oath as Gujarat chief minister in 2001 before becoming prime minister in 2014. In her birthday message, Murmu said Modi had set numerous new benchmarks for good governance during his tenures as chief minister and prime minister and given unprecedented momentum and a new direction to inclusive development. Advancing on the path of modern progress while upholding a sense of cultural pride, our fellow citizens are realising the harmonious blend of heritage and development, the president said on X. She prayed for Modi's good health and long life so that he could continue his mission of public service and nation-building. Radhakrishnan said under Modi's leadership, India was shining as a bright spot in the world and among the fastest-growing major economies. He cited the country's progress in areas ranging from digital technology and space to healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing, and said more than 25 crore Indians had come out of extreme poverty in recent years. Radhakrishnan said Modi's references to backward districts as aspirational districts, border villages as vibrant and first villages, and the northeast as ashtalakshmi reflected an approach aimed at transforming geographical marginalisation into empowerment. Over the past year, as I travelled across the states and Union territories, I witnessed firsthand how these transformative changes are reaching even the remotest parts of our country, he said. LokSabha Speaker Om Birla said India was forging a new identity on the global stage under Modi's leadership and making progress in development, self-reliance, innovation, digital technology, infrastructure and public welfare. Your public life, spanning over 25 years, has proven immensely fruitful for the strengthening of democratic values and for the upliftment of the nation's vulnerable and underprivileged sections, Birla said. N Chandrababu Naidu, the TDP chief and a key BJP ally, hailed Modi's journey from Gujarat chief minister to prime minister. Marking 25 exemplary years of public service, from leading Gujarat as a transformational CM to guiding the nation as a revolutionary PM, you have given a new momentum to India's growth story, he said. Your vision of 'seva, sankalp and sushasan' continues to inspire 140 crore citizens across the nation, Naidu said, praying to Lord Venkateswara for Modi's long and healthy life. JD(U) chief and former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar also extended his greetings, wishing Modi a healthy and long life. BJP president Nitin Nabin described Modi as the embodiment of dedication and service to the nation. He said his journey, driven by the resolve of Nation First, was an inspiring saga of service, good governance, and public welfare. Under your guidance, India is scaling new heights of development and self-reliance, steadily advancing on the global stage with a renewed identity and enhanced strength, he said. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde described Modi as the embodiment of India's progress and the aspirations of its people. Modi embodies the story of India's progress. He resonates in the hearts of every citizen. He stands as a symbol of welfare for the poor. He represents the youthful spirit of this young nation. He is the source of courage amidst every challenge. He is a thunderous force against adversaries. He embodies the soul of 1.4 billion dreams. He is the hallmark of a New India, Shinde said. Former prime minister and JD(S) chief H D Deve Gowda conveyed his wishes to Modi in a letter. May you be blessed with a long and healthy life. May you continue to lead our nation with dedication and wisdom. May you help our nation realise its enormous potential and further strengthen its exalted place in the world, he said. DMK president and former Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin wished Modi good health, happiness and a long life. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief Vijay also conveyed his heartfelt birthday wishes to Modi, whom he described as working with dedication towards building a strong India, and wished him a long and healthy life. NCP (SP) chief SharadPawar extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Modi and wished him good health and a long life. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren conveyed his johar (greetings) to Modi. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also wished Modi a happy birthday, good health and a long life. Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio extended birthday greetings to Modi on behalf of the state government, the political parties in the ruling alliance and the people of Nagaland, saying India was fortunate to have a leader dedicated to serving the nation. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said Modi's 25 years in public service had been marked by dedicated leadership and a steadfast commitment to the growth and development of our nation. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma wished Modi good health and continued strength. May you be blessed with wisdom and success in your service to the nation, he said. Kharge, Rahul greet PM Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi on Thursday wished Prime Minister NarendraModi good health and long life on his 76th birthday. Born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar, Modi turned 76 on Thursday. In a post on X, Kharge said, Best wishes to Prime Minister Shri NarendraModiJi on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life. Wishing the prime minister, Gandhi said, Happy birthday to PM Narendra Modiji. Wishing you good health and a long life.
Bihar CM, other BJP leaders take part in Ashirwad Ka Diya event to mark PMs birthday
The Opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) slammed the waste of public money even as Bihar reels under flood aftermath
Bihar marked PM Modis 76th birthday with the Light of Blessings event, illuminating the city with 20,000 lamps. Bihar Celebrates PM Modis Birthday with Light of Blessings Event
Bihar Minister Defends Deepotsav Celebration for PM Modis Birthday
Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman defends the Deepotsav celebration for PM Modis birthday, emphasizing its cultural significance. Bihar Minister Defends Deepotsav Celebration for PM Modis Birthday
Guest worker from Bihar murdered; 5 suspects on the run
Govt puts 25 coal blocks on sale in 16th round of commercial auctions
The mines span across nine states including Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, among others.
HAM chief defends Deepotsav on PM Modi's birthday, cites Indian cultural traditions
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 17 (IANS) Hindustani Awam Morcha-Secular (HAM-S) President and Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman has defended the proposed Deepotsav to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on Thursday, saying there was no reason to object to the lighting of lamps as part of the celebrations. Addressing questions over the initiative, Suman asked why celebrating the birthday of the incumbent Prime Minister through a Deepotsav should be viewed as controversial when the birth anniversary of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru has long been observed as Children's Day on November 14. He said a birthday is a significant occasion in a person's life and can be marked in different ways. He said the deep (earthen lamp) holds an important place in Indian culture and traditionally symbolises light, auspiciousness, knowledge and well-being. He added that lighting lamps on a birthday should therefore be seen as an expression of Indian cultural traditions and sentiments. Suman noted that cutting cakes and blowing out candles had become a popular way of celebrating birthdays over the years. While acknowledging that there was nothing wrong with embracing modern practices, the Hindustani Awam Morcha-Secular President said that doing so should not mean abandoning India's own cultural traditions. According to Suman, lighting lamps instead of blowing out candles is not a political act but an effort to remain connected with India's cultural identity. He said the idea of organising a Deepotsav on Prime Minister Modi's birthday was intended to promote this cultural consciousness. He stressed that India could progress by maintaining a balance between modernity and traditional values. Suman also added that if people wished Prime Minister Modi good health, longevity and a successful life by lighting lamps at their homes, institutions and public places, the gesture should be regarded as a positive expression of Indian culture rather than a matter of controversy. A birthday should be a celebration of light, not darkness. Lamps should be lit, good wishes expressed, and the new generation should move forward while remaining connected to its cultural roots, he said, describing this as the core spirit behind the proposed Deepotsav.
Tejashwi Yadav criticises Bihar government over Rs 100 crore lamp lighting amid flood crisis
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100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan to begin with nationwide Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Department of Youth Affairs will launch on Friday a 100-week nationwide Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign to mobilise support for a collective commitment for a Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat through awareness and community-led activities, an official said. The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) and the National Service Scheme (NSS), will commence the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan with the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh, said the official in a statement. The Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 2 through a virtual address to spiritual organisations, industry associations, NGOs and university associations. The campaign is structured around four pillars Prevent, Protect, Recover and Lead. Since its launch, the initiative has recorded participation from over 30,200 locations, more than 2.5 crore viewership and over 1 crore pledges. As part of the opening phase, the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will be organised by NSS from September 18 across 300 identified locations. The participating network comprises educational institutions located across States and Union Territories and includes colleges, universities and other institutions identified through NSS Regional Directorates, the statement said. The identified institutions include, among others, institutions in Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Delhi, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Maharashtra and Kerala. The first Sunday of the 100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be observed on September 20, with activities being organised across 485 MY Bharat units, including MY Bharat District Offices and Youth Hostels. The Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will centre on a collective Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign, complemented by thematic street plays, slogan writing and youth-led discussions. These activities will provide young people with platforms to participate in awareness-building and reaffirm their collective commitment towards a Nasha Mukt Bharat. The opening of the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be followed by a structured 12-week activity calendar from September to December 2026, with three thematic phases My Health, My Pride, Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth and Life Skills Month, said the statement. The programme will feature health check-up and BMI camps, meditation and wellness sessions, health walks and runs, Yuva Melas, yoga sessions, traditional sports, mini marathons, cyclothons, sports leagues, decision-making workshops, discussions on peer pressure, problem-solving activities and youth-led role plays and street plays, said the statement. Under the NSS component, activities will subsequently be conducted on Fridays and Saturdays, with 200 locations planned for each of the following 11 weeks, taking the projected NSS coverage to 2,500 events during the 12-week period, it said. MY Bharat will undertake weekly activities across its designated units, with the implementation plan providing for 3,235 MY Bharat unit-level activities during the period, it said.
Govt launches 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Ministry of Coal successfully launched the 16th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions here on Thursday and also handed over Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) to the successful bidders of six coal mines auctioned in earlier rounds. The CMDPAs were executed for Tara (revised), Margo West, Margo East, Mandla South, Dongeri Tal-II and Dip Side of PKoC. The successful bidders include CG Syn-Gas & Chemicals Ltd, Jharkhand Exploration & Mining Corporation Limited, Qube Commercial Pvt Ltd, Gallant Ispat Ltd and The Singareni Collieries Limited, according to an official statement. The six mines together have geological reserves of approximately 1,504 million tonnes and a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 11.62 MTPA. Once operational, they are expected to generate annual revenue of around Rs 1,984 crore, attract capital investment of nearly Rs 1,743 crore and create approximately 15,700 employment opportunities in the respective coal-bearing regions, the statement said. The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks, comprising 21 fully explored and four partially explored mines, across nine coal-bearing statesArunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal. Of these, six coal mines are offered under the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act (CMSP) and 19 under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMDR). The blocks are open to experienced mining companies, new entrants and technology-driven enterprises under the liberal commercial coal mining framework, which provides for no end-use restrictions, 100% FDI through the automatic route and low upfront payments adjustable against future revenue share. With the launch of this round, the commercial coal mining programme has now completed sixteen rounds. A total of 147 coal mines have been auctioned to date, with cumulative expected annual revenue of over Rs 47,500 crore and projected capital investment of more than Rs 55,000 crore across nine coal-bearing states. Addressing the launch of auctions, Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey highlighted coals vital role in powering Indias growth, meeting around 55% of the countrys primary energy requirement and over 70% of its electricity generation. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he underlined the remarkable growth in coal production, which has crossed the 1 billion tonne mark for the second consecutive year, reflecting the strength of Indias domestic coal sector and its growing contribution to energy security. He highlighted the Governments efforts to transform the coal sector through greater transparency, competition and technology-enabled processes. He emphasised the importance of providing a level playing field for stakeholders and creating a conducive environment for investment and wider participation in commercial coal mining. The minister also underscored the need to unlock Indias domestic coal resources, enhance production and reduce dependence on imports, while ensuring efficient and sustainable utilisation of the countrys coal reserves. He also called upon stakeholders to actively participate in the commercial coal mine auction process and contribute to strengthening Indias energy security.
Veer Pahariya extends support to Bihar flood-affected families
Veer Pahariya recently extended support to families affected by the floods in Bihar. The actor took to social media to share glimpses from his visit to Patna, where he was seen participating in the distribution of relief materials among people affected by the floods. In the pictures and videos shared online, Veer can be seen interacting with local residents, including women who had gathered to receive essential supplies. His visit comes amid ongoing relief efforts in several parts of the state, where flood-affected communities continue to require basic necessities and assistance. Bihar has been dealing with widespread flooding, with nearly 50 lakh people across 15 districts reported to have been affected as of September 15. Relief and rescue operations are currently underway across the state as authorities and various groups work to provide assistance to those impacted by the situation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hussain Mansuri (@iamhussainmansuri) Veers participation in the relief efforts comes at a time when many families in the affected regions are seeking access to food, essential supplies and other forms of support. Through his visit to Patna, the actor joined the ongoing efforts to assist residents impacted by the floods. The actor also shared photographs and videos from the visit on social media, offering a glimpse of his interaction with people in the flood-affected areas. His presence was part of the wider relief efforts being carried out for communities affected by the flooding in Bihar. Also Read : Ishq Ka Ghulam from Prem Keetanu out: B Praak says, It will make you feel heartbreak again with the intention to rekindle the feeling of hope and love all over again
Coal Ministry launches 16th round of commercial mine auctions
The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal
JD(U) to merge with BJP, claims Tejashwi Yadav
RJDs Tejashwi Yadav says JD(U) will merge with BJP amid Bihars Uniform Civil Code row and buzz over renaming the party after Nitish Kumar
JD(U) to merge with BJP, claims Tejashwi Yadav
RJDs Tejashwi Yadav says JD(U) will merge with BJP amid Bihars Uniform Civil Code row and buzz over renaming the party after Nitish Kumar
Taruwar Agro: Three Bihar Friends Built a Rs 2.5 Crore Business from Banana Waste
Three friends from Bihar founded Taruwar Agro, turning banana stem waste into eco-friendly products and generating Rs 2.5 crore revenue in FY26.
Bihar Police to Establish Child Help Desks in Every Police Station
Bihar Police plans to set up Child Help Desks in every station to create a safe environment for children by October 2. Bihar Police to Establish Child Help Desks in Every Police Station
ED raids multiple states in Ranchi RSS office attack money laundering probe
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday carried out raids in several states in connection with its probe into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi in June this year. The agency conducted simultaneous searches at four locations in Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Karnataka to investigate suspected money laundering and financial transactions linked to the case. According to officials, the action is connected to a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). ED teams searched premises associated with suspects at multiple locations. During the raids, investigators examined documents, digital devices, and evidence related to allegedly suspicious financial transactions. The agency is looking into whether illegal funding or money laundering channels were used in planning or executing the attack. The attack took place on the night of June 16, when petrol bombs were hurled at the RSS provincial headquarters located in Ranchi's Nivaranpur area. The NIA has registered the case under RC-01/2026/NIA/RNC. In the initial phase of the investigation, Ranchi police arrested three suspects. The NIA later took over the probe and began examining the alleged conspiracy behind the attack, the network of the accused, and possible interstate links. In July, the agency said it was expanding the investigation by examining other individuals connected to the case as well as digital devices seized during the probe. Investigators have also flagged the possibility of international links. Based on the questioning of the accused, various investigative reports have referred to alleged contacts with handlers based in Pakistan and other individuals. However, officials have stressed that these claims can only be conclusively established after the investigation is completed. The NIA had earlier conducted search operations in several states in connection with the case. Earlier this month, the agency carried out raids in Patna and reportedly recovered cash worth several lakh rupees. With the ED's latest action, the focus of the investigation has expanded to include the suspected financial network and funding sources that may have supported the attack.
Ranchi RSS Office Petrol Bomb Attack: ED Raids Across 4 States, Probes Money Trail
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches across Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand and Karnataka in connection with the June petrol bomb attack on the RSS office in Ranchi.The probe is linked to an NIA case, with investigators examining the alleged financial links to the network associated with Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti. The ED is now tracing the suspected money trail and examining whether funds were used to facilitate the attack.The searches come a day after the Union Home Ministry designated the Shahzad Bhatti Network as a terrorist organisation under UAPA.
RJD MLA Bhai Virendra criticises birthday celebrations amid Bihar floods
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday is being celebrated across the country, with the BJP organising a series of programmes to mark the occasion. The celebrations, however, have triggered a political controversy in Bihar, where the state is grappling with widespread flooding. The BJP-led Bihar government has issued directions for lamps to be lit at various government institutions and educational establishments to mark PM Modi's birthday. The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has questioned the expenditure on the celebrations at a time when thousands of families are affected by floods across Bihar. RJD MLA from Maner Bhai Virendra, while extending birthday wishes to Prime Minister Modi, criticised the scale of the celebrations and argued that public funds should instead be used for flood relief. I wish Prime Minister Modi a long life, but the way his birthday is being celebrated stands in stark contrast to the situation in Bihar and several other states, where lakhs of people are struggling with floods and receiving no relief, Bhai Virendra said. He alleged that flood victims were facing severe hardships, with livestock being swept away, houses collapsing, and families losing loved ones, while adequate assistance had not reached many affected areas. Referring to the appeal to light earthen lamps, the RJD leader questioned the rationale behind spending money on the celebrations amid the crisis. Mustard oil is currently selling at Rs 200 per litre, and vast quantities of it will be burned in lamps. Had that same money been given to flood victims, it would have truly benefited them, he said. Bhai Virendra also criticised the reported instructions to schools and government offices to participate in the celebrations. Teachers in schools are being asked to light lamps, and directives have been issued to light lamps at block offices. The country is reeling under a mountain of debt; it is shameful that such activities are being carried out using borrowed money, he said. The RJD MLA went on to launch a broader attack on the Prime Minister, alleging that the government had failed to adequately address inflation, unemployment and crime. Bhai Virendra said he wished the Prime Minister well but urged him to reconsider government-backed birthday celebrations and focus resources on addressing the problems faced by flood-affected people. The remarks have added to the political debate in Bihar over the BJP government's celebrations amid the ongoing flood situation in several parts of the state.
Bihar Board Exam 2027: Registration Deadline Extended, Last Call for Class 10 and 12
Bihar Board has extended the registration deadline for Class 10 and 12 exams to September 30, 2026. This is your final chance to submit forms for the 2027 board exams. Coordinate with your school to verify details and avoid errors.
Bihar Board Extends Deadline for Class 10 and 12 Exam Forms to September 30, 2026
The Bihar School Examination Board has extended the deadline for filling out online examination forms for Class 10 and 12 to September 30, 2026. This extension allows school heads additional time to submit forms and fees for eligible students. The exams will be conducted offline, following the traditional pen-and-paper format. Detailed exam schedules will be released later. Schools are urged to complete the process promptly to avoid last-minute issues. Stay informed about the latest updates regarding the Bihar Board examinations.
'KCR Came From Bihar To Loot Telangana': Revanth Reddy's Remark Sparks Row
Referring to Telangana's former chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao, commonly known as KCR, and his family, Revanth Reddy said they had attempted to loot the wealth left behind from the Nizam era.
Light rain likely in Delhi today; IMD issues alert in Bihar, Jharkhand
Delhi may see light rain and thunderstorms on Thursday, with the IMD forecasting a maximum of 34 degrees Celsius as monsoon withdrawal from northwest India is likely around September 19
Established new benchmarks of good governance: Prez Murmu extends birthday wishes to PM Modi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that over the past 25 years, during his tenure as Chief Minister and Prime Minister, he has established several new benchmarks of good governance and imparted unprecedented momentum and a new direction to inclusive development. President Murmu took to social media 'X' and said, Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Over the past 25 years, during your tenure as Chief Minister and Prime Minister, you have established many new benchmarks of good governance and imparted unprecedented momentum and a new direction to inclusive development. While advancing on the path of modern progress with a sense of cultural pride, our countrymen are realising the harmony between heritage and development. I pray to God for your excellent health and long life, so that you may continue to relentlessly advance your campaign of public service and nation-building, the President said. PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, in present-day Gujarat. PM Modi was born three years after India's Independence in 1947, making him the first Prime Minister of the country to have been born in independent India. He grew up in a modest family and helped at his family's tea stall during his childhood. He became an RSS pracharak in Ahmedabad in 1972, beginning a period of full-time organisational work. During the Emergency of 1975-77, he participated in activities associated with the movement opposing the Emergency and seeking the restoration of democracy. He completed a master's degree in political science from Gujarat University. PM Modi began working as the BJP's General Secretary in Gujarat in 1987, marking his formal rise within the party organisation. One of his first major assignments in the BJP involved the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation election, where the party recorded its first victory in the civic body. In the 1990 Gujarat Assembly election, the BJP emerged as the state's second-largest party behind the Congress. The BJP won 121 seats in the Gujarat Assembly in the 1995 election, when PM Modi was working in the party's organisational structure. He became a BJP national secretary in 1995 and was given responsibility for the party's activities in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. He subsequently became the BJP's General Secretary (Organisation), one of the party's senior organisational positions. He played an organisational role in the BJP's preparations for the 1998 Lok Sabha election, when the BJP emerged as the largest constituent of the government formed under Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He became the Chief Minister of Gujarat on October 7, 2001, and went on to serve in the post for more than 12 years. He contested the 2014 Lok Sabha election from both Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and Vadodara in Gujarat. He won both seats in the 2014 election and subsequently retained Varanasi. The BJP won 282 Lok Sabha seats in the 2014 general election, giving the party a majority on its own. He was sworn in as Prime Minister on May 26, 2014, with then President Pranab Mukherjee administering the oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan. PM Modi contested Varanasi again in the 2019 Lok Sabha election and won the seat for a second consecutive time. The BJP won 303 Lok Sabha seats in the 2019 general election. PM Modi contested the Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency for the third consecutive general election in 2024. PM Modi won Varanasi in the 2024 election and retained the constituency for a third consecutive term. The BJP won 240 Lok Sabha seats in the 2024 general election, below the 272 seats required for a majority on its own. PM Modi subsequently took oath as Prime Minister for a third consecutive term.
Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ektaa R Kapoor, Deepak Mishra, Arunabh Kumar, Anup Soni, Sunil Grover, Maniesh Paul and Shweta Tripathi Sharma attended the trailer launch of their film The Vvaan at a multiplex in Mumbai. Ektaa R Kapoor talked about her association with Arunabh Kumar of TVF, Balaji jo banata hai aur TVF jo banata hai; our content is very different. (smiles). But my admiration has been there for the makers because inki jo kahaniyaan hain, woh mitti se judi hui hoti hain. The problem in our country is that most of the content creators, at least in this side (of the country), make content which is out of touch with the demands of the common man. Humne desh se judna bandh kar diya. Hum apne aap ko usse upar samajte hai. That cannot happen. Aap desh se judoge toh desh aap se judega! Aap nahin judoge aur apne aap ko upar samjoge, toh aapko gira dega! Hence, it's very important to be rooted. Because TVF makes rooted stories (I wanted to work with them). Ektaa R Kapoor continued, And then, Arunabh and I became friends. We became mandir friends (laughs). Very few people in our circle visit temples. We belong to that category. So, we collaborated because of our faith. Then, Arunabh narrated the story to me, set in Bihar and about a van devi. Iss pe hamari baatein hui, kabhi ek mandir mein, kabhi dusre mandir mein (laughs). Arunabh Kumar added, We went to Goa and even there, we found a mandir. Ektaa revealed, On the first day of the year, we wanted to go to a temple in Goa. We were searching for a temple in Goa (laughs). Meanwhile, the song 'Chhathi Maiya' featuring Tamannaah has become a rage as it's a rare Hindi film to depict the Chhath Puja. The actress spoke about it in the beginning in detail. Towards the end of the event, Tamannaah Bhatia stated, I was celebrating the Ganesh Chaturthi festival at my residence. We had a pooja and yesterday, we did visarjan. Mere pandit ji ne mujhe pakad liya! He told me, We would all go and watch this film. He was impressed by the importance of Chhath depicted in the film. He was even noticing finer details about the celebration shown in the song and he appreciated that as well. Tamannaah then said, Then today my watchman told me, Aap Chhath pe film bana rahe hai?. I explained, Our film is on van devi, but Chhath is an important part of the film. She said, According to me, Chhath is not just a festival. Its an emotion. We have depicted it in the film with a lot of devotion and sincerity. That song ('Chhathi Maiya') blows up into a nice, amazing sequence (smiles). The Vvaan releases in cinemas on September 25. Also Read: The Vvaan trailer launch: Tamannaah Bhatia INVENTS new word to describe Sidharth Malhotras dashing personality Handsome-ta: Handsome-ta ka jo title hai, the one who embodies handsomeness
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Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 16 (IANS) A high-level review meeting on flood disaster management, relief and damage assessment in Bihar was held at the 'Sankalp' Hall of the Chief Minister's residence in Patna, with Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in attendance. During the meeting, Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit briefed the Union Minister Chouhan on the overall flood situation in the state. Senior officials from several departments also presented detailed reports on the relief and rescue operations undertaken, infrastructure damage, agricultural losses and other impacts caused by the floods. Principal Secretary of the Agriculture Department Narmdeshwar Lal, Rural Works Department Secretary Abhay Kumar Singh, Energy Department Secretary Ajay Yadav, Health Department Secretary Kumar Ravi, Public Health Engineering Department Secretary B. Karthikey Dhanji, Water Resources Department Secretary Chandrashekhar Singh, and Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department Secretary Shirshat Kapil Ashok briefed the meeting on the situation in their respective sectors. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said around 50 lakh people in 88 blocks across 15 districts had been affected by the floods this year. He added that the state government had remained engaged in relief and rescue operations and had provided food to around 1.62 crore people through more than 1,000 community kitchens. Basic facilities have also been made available at flood relief camps, the Chief Minister said, adding that the concerned departments had briefed the Union Minister Chouhan and the central team about the relief measures and damage caused by the floods. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said a comprehensive assessment of flood-related damage would be completed before Durga Puja, following which a detailed report would be submitted to the Central government. He also emphasised the need to work towards a permanent solution to Bihar's recurring flood problem, noting that the state's geographical location makes it particularly vulnerable to flooding every year. The Chief Minister thanked Shivraj Singh Chouhan for visiting the flood-affected areas and assessing the situation through aerial surveys and ground inspections. He also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for sending the Central team to assess the damage. Shivraj Singh Chouhan praised the Bihar government's relief efforts and said the state had set an example in flood management. He appreciated the Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Deputy Chief Ministers Bijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and officials and personnel from various departments for their prompt response during the crisis. Shivraj Singh Chouhan said infrastructure and crops had suffered significant damage, particularly banana, maize and paddy crops. He assured that the Centre would extend maximum possible assistance to Bihar based on the findings of the damage assessment. He said the Central team would apprise Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of the situation and the state's requirements. Union Minister Chouhan also said efforts would be made to provide improved and high-quality seeds for crops such as banana, maize and litchi. The objective, he said, would be to improve crop yields, increase farmers' incomes and enhance the potential for agricultural exports. He also assured that houses damaged by the floods would be considered for reconstruction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Assistance would also be extended to 'Jivika Didis', members of women's self-help groups, while farmers would be provided with improved seeds. During the meeting, officials briefed Union Minister on damage to roads and other infrastructure, agricultural losses, power and health services, drinking-water arrangements, and relief and rescue operations. The Chief Minister said the state government expected maximum assistance from the Centre after completion of the detailed damage assessment. The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav; Agriculture Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha; Disaster Management Minister Ratnesh Sada; Rural Works Minister Sunil Kumar; Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Deepak Kumar; Development Commissioner Mihir Kumar Singh; Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Agriculture Commissioner P.K. Singh; Disaster Management Department Principal Secretary Santosh Kumar Mall; and senior officials from the Agriculture Department.
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Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 16 (IANS) Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will undertake an intensive visit to Bihar on Wednesday to assess the flood situation, inspect crop damage and review relief and rescue operations in the flood-affected areas of the state. During the visit, Chouhan will conduct an aerial survey of several flood-hit areas, interact with affected farmers and residents, and hold a high-level review meeting with Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and senior officials to assess the situation and discuss relief measures and assistance required by the state. A team of senior officials from the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development will accompany the Union Minister. According to the scheduled programme, Chouhan will arrive in Patna from Bhopal and depart from the Patna State Hangar at around 10:30 a.m. for an aerial survey by helicopter of flood-affected areas in Dighwara and Maner. He will subsequently travel by road to Terasia and Sarai-pur villages, where he will visit agricultural fields to assess crop damage caused by the floods and interact with local farmers to hear their concerns. After completing the field assessment, Chouhan will travel via the Gandhi Setu to Samvad, the Chief Ministers Secretariat in Patna, where he is scheduled to arrive at around 12:15 p.m. He will participate in a high-level review meeting with the Chief Minister and senior officials on flood disaster management, ongoing relief and rescue operations, and assistance to be provided to affected farmers. Earlier, CM Samrat Choudhary has also said that a central team led by Chouhan would visit Bihar to assess the flood situation and the damage caused by the floods. The proposed assessment comes as the flood situation remains serious in several parts of Bihar. According to official figures, around 49.67 lakh people across 15 districts have been affected by the floods. While water levels have begun receding in most rivers, including the Ganga, several rivers continue to flow above their respective danger marks at various locations. The Centres assessment is expected to provide a detailed account of the damage and help determine the extent of assistance required by Bihar for relief, rehabilitation and restoration of damaged infrastructure and agricultural areas. Chouhan is scheduled to leave Patna at around 1:30 p.m. and arrive at Nawabgarhi in Munger. He will visit the relief camp there, meet flood victims and assess the quality and effectiveness of the ongoing relief operations.
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